Head of Finance

We’re partnering with a leading organisation seeking a dynamic Head of Finance to lead their New Zealand finance function. This is a high-impact leadership role, sitting on the NZ Leadership Team and working closely with the Executive General Manager NZ. You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy, enhancing commercial performance, and embedding financial discipline across the business. This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior leadership role where your insights will directly influence business growth and performance. You’ll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team in a company that values innovation and accountability.

Your Impact

In this role, you’ll be more than a financial steward — you’ll be a strategic partner and change leader. You’ll:

• Collaborate with the Executive GM NZ to drive data-informed decision-making
• Align local financial operations with Group Finance standards and policies
• Support commercial deal development alongside Business Development and Operations
• Lead the budgeting and forecasting cycle with precision and insight
• Deliver timely, metrics-driven reporting to monitor contract performance
• Oversee AP/AR functions and ensure robust financial controls
• Build and mentor a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of excellence
  
  

What You Bring

You’re a seasoned finance professional with a commercial mindset and a passion for leadership. Your background includes:

• A tertiary qualification in accounting and a professional designation (e.g., CA or equivalent)
• 8+ years of experience in finance/accounting within a commercially driven environment
• Proven leadership in finance teams, with strong interpersonal and communication skills
• A sharp analytical eye and strategic planning capabilities
• Familiarity with enterprise-level ERP systems
  
  

Ready to Lead? If you're looking for your next challenge and want to make a real impact, please don't hesitate to get in touch via the information below, or apply directly (no cover-letter required)

Recruitment Manager - David Lacire - [email protected]

Robert Walters endeavours to review all applications in a maximum of five working days. If you have not received correspondence in this timeframe please do not hesitate to contact Georgie Waters on +6493747364.